1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1987 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1987 Fiat Regata is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Regata weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Because 1970 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Alpine A 110 (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1987 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
